Glen Powell reacted to claims that he has more audience “appeal” than Ryan Gosling , and he stood up for his fellow Ken. Powell, 35, reacted to an article from The Wrap, in which an “unnamed producer” called him the “biggest up-and-coming movie star” before stacking up his career against Gosling’s, writing, “Unlike an actor like Ryan Gosling, whose appeal is mostly limited to female audiences, Glen appeals to both females and males.” Keeping a level head about the flattering take on his career, Powell shared the article via X , adding, “Gosling is a legend.
I’m just Glen.” “Humble considerate King, this is why you’ll always be famous,” one fan responded in the comments while someone else agreed, “Two great people can coexist. Commendable standing up for Ryan.
” Another user, referencing the steamy photos of Powell shared with the article, quipped, “Who knew that the opinion of an ‘unnamed Hollywood producer’ and a photo of you and would cause such a ruckus.” Powell’s post referenced Gosling and Margot Robbie ’s 2023 smash hit, Barbie , which earned over $1 billion at the box office. Gosling starred as Ken and earned critical acclaim — plus Best Supporting Actor nominations at the Academy Awards and Golden Globes — for his performance in the film, which included the musical number “I’m Just Ken.
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